#171513

#171513

Color Values

HEX

#171513

RGB

23, 21, 19

HSL

30.0, 9.5%, 8.2%

HSV

30.0, 17.4%, 9.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.7%, 17.4%, 91.0%

OKLCH

0.1973 0.0051 67.5

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #171513;
color: #171513;
border-color: #171513;
Nearest Tailwind: Neutral 900 #171717

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #171513?

RGB(23, 21, 19) · HSL(30.0, 9.5%, 8.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.7%, 17.4%, 91.0%)

Does #171513 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #171513?

Use FFFFFF text on a #171513 background; contrast on black is 1.15:1.